Pentax S1 vs Samsung DV150F
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Pentax S1 vs Samsung DV150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Revealed March 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 116g - 96 x 55 x 18mm
- Revealed January 2013

Pentax S1 vs Samsung DV150F Overview
Here, we are comparing the Pentax S1 and Samsung DV150F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the S1 (14MP) and the DV150F (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S1 was released 22 months before the DV150F making them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the S1 matches up vs the DV150F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Pentax S1 vs Samsung DV150F Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio S1 and Samsung DV150F. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax S1 Gallery and Samsung DV150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax S1 over the Samsung DV150F
S1 | DV150F | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung DV150F over the Pentax S1
DV150F | S1 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | March 2011 | More recent by 22 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Pentax S1 and Samsung DV150F
S1 | DV150F | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Pentax S1 vs Samsung DV150F Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Pentax S1 has got exterior dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Samsung DV150F has sizing of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Check the Pentax S1 and Samsung DV150F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the S1 vs the DV150F.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S1 and DV150F is 93 and 96 respectively.

Pentax S1 vs Samsung DV150F Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements simply by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S1 and DV150F.
To sum up, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Samsung DV150F to give you more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images way more aggressively. The older S1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Pentax S1 vs Samsung DV150F Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

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Pentax S1 vs Samsung DV150F Specifications
Pentax Optio S1 | Samsung DV150F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Samsung |
Model type | Pentax Optio S1 | Samsung DV150F |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-03-02 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating | Rear TFT LCD + 1.5 inch front LCd |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.90 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 157g (0.35 lb) | 116g (0.26 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 96 x 55 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $174 | $150 |